2023 Seat Ateca Fuses and Fuse Box

In the Seat Ateca of the year 2023, a hidden but essential part takes center stage: the fuses and their housing, which is called the fuse box. As a watchful defender of electrical harmony, this unassuming system is in charge of protecting the vehicle’s many electrical parts. It does this by distributing and protecting power in a way that sounds like a symphony. The fuse box, which is usually in the cabin or engine compartment, is the center of this task to keep things safe. It holds a number of fuses, each of which is a sentry ready to stop any overloads or short circuits that could damage the vehicle’s systems. These fuses act as sentries, giving their lives when it’s necessary to protect important electrical parts. As a user, the way you deal with this system is like taking care of a child. If an electrical part breaks down or stops working, this is where you start looking into it. Using the car’s manual as a help, you can open the fuse box and see a grid of carefully labeled and arranged fuses. Identifying a blown fuse, which can be seen by a broken filament inside, is a part of fixing it. Swapping in a fuse with the same grade can wake up a dormant part. Spare fuses are thoughtfully given and waiting for you to use them. 

Fuses and bulbs

Fuses

Introduction

In general, a fuse can be assigned to various electrical components. Likewise, an electrical component can be protected by several fuses. Only replace fuses when the cause of the problem has been solved. If a newly inserted fuse blows after a short time, you must have the electrical system checked by a specialised workshop as soon as possible.

WARNING

The high voltages in the electrical system can give serious electrical shocks, causing burns and even death!

• Never touch the electrical wiring of the ignition system.
• Take care not to cause short circuits in the electrical system.

WARNING

Using unsuitable fuses, repairing fuses or bridging a current circuit without fuses can cause a fire and serious injury.

• Never use a fuse with a higher value. Only replace fuses with a fuse of the same amperage(same colour and markings) and size.
• Never replace a fuse by a metal strip, staple or similar.

CAUTION

• To prevent damage to the vehicle’s electric system, before replacing a fuse always turn off the ignition, the lights and all electrical elements and remove the key from the ignition.
• Protect the fuse boxes when open to prevent the entry of dust or humidity as they can damage the electrical system.

Note

• One component may have more than one fuse.
• Several components may run on a single fuse.
• In the vehicle, there are more fuses than those indicated in this chapter.

Fuses inside the vehicle

Opening and closing the fuse box situatedbelow the dash panel (left-hand steering wheel)

• Open: fold the cover down ››› Fig. 49.
• Close: push back the cover it in until it clicks into place.

Fuses behind the glove compartment (right-hand steering wheel)

• Open the glove compartment and, if necessary, empty it.
• Undo the opening limiter ››› Fig. 50 A in two steps: first, unlock the limiter by pulling back on it (arrow 1) and then move it gently to the right (arrow 2). Remove the guide when the cover is in the normal opening position (30°).
• Free the side pivots B to release the cover to its second opening position (60°).
• Follow the same procedure in reverse order to return the glove compartment to its normal position.

Identifying fuses below the dashboard by colours

Colour	Amp rating
Light brown	5
Brown	7.5
Red	10
Blue	15
Yellow	20
White or transparent	25
Green	30
Orange	40

CAUTION

• Always carefully remove the fuse box covers and refit them correctly to avoid problems with your vehicle.
• Protect the fuse boxes when open to avoid the entry of dust or humidity. Dirt and humidity inside fuse boxes can cause damage to the electrical system.

Fuses in the engine compartment

To open the engine compartment fuse box

• Open the bonnet.
• Press the locking tabs to release the fuse box cover ››› Fig. 51.
• Then lift the cover out.
• To fit the cover, place it on the fuse box. Push the locking tabs down until they click audibly into place.

 

Replace a blown fuse

Preparations

• Switch off the ignition, lights and all electrical equipment.
• Open the corresponding fuse box.

Recognise a blown fuse

• A fuse is blown if its metal strip is ruptured ››› Fig. 52.
• Point a lamp at the fuse to see if it has blown.

To replace a fuse

• Remove the fuse.
• Replace the blown fuse by one with an identical amperage rating (same colour and markings) and identical size.
• Replace the cover again or close the fuse box lid.

Fuse Placement

• Only replace fuses with a fuse of the same amperage (same colour and markings) and size.

Fuses in the vehicle interior

No.	Consumers/Amps
1	Adblue (SCR)	20
4	Alarm horn	7.5
5	Gateway	7.5
6	Automatic gearbox lever	7.5
7	Air conditioning and heating control panel, back window heating, auxiliary heating.	10
8	Diagnosis, electronic parking brake switch, light switch, re- versing light, interior lighting, driving mode, lit-up door sill, rain sensor	7.5

9	Steering column, coolant pump (T2C)	7.5
10	Radio display	7.5
11	Left lights	40
12	Radio	20
13	Driver and passenger seat belt pre-tensioner	25
14	Air conditioner fan	40
15	Steering column release	10
16	Connectivity Box	7.5
17	Instrument panel, OCU	7.5
18	Rear camera and surroundings camera	7.5
19	Kessy	7.5
20	SCR, engine relay, 1.5	10/15
21	4×4 Haldex Control Unit	15
22	Trailer	15
23	Electric sunroof	30
24	Right lights	40
25	Left door	30
26	Heated seats	30
27	Interior light	30

28	Trailer	25
31	Rear lid control unit	30
32	Control unit for parking aid, front camera and radar	7.5/10
33	Airbag	7.5
34	Reverse switch, climate sensor, electrochromic mirror, rear power sockets (USB)	7.5
35	Diagnosis, headlight control unit, headlight adjuster	7.5
38	Trailer	25
39	Right door	30
40	12V socket	20
41	Driver and passenger seat belt pre-tensioner	25
42	Central locking	40
43	Beats Audio CAN and MOST.	40
44	Trailer	15
45	Electric driver’s seat	15
46	USB socket	7.5
47	Rear window wiper	15
49	Starter motor; clutch sensor	7.5
52	Driving mode.	15

53

Heated rear window

30

In-line fuse/Amps

• 230 V rear power sockets /30

Fuse arrangement in engine compartment

No.	Consumers/Amps
1	ESP control unit	25
2	ESP control unit	40/60
3	Engine control unit (diesel/petrol)	30/15
4	Engine sensors	7.5/10
5	Engine sensors	10
6	Brake light sensor	7.5
7	Engine power supply	10
8	Lambda probe	10
9	Engine	20
10	Fuel pump control unit	15/20
11	PTC	40
12	PTC	40
13	Gearbox pump	15/30
14	Heated windscreen	50
15	Horn	15

16	Petrol pump	20
17	Engine control unit	7.5
18	Terminal 30 (positive reference)	7.5
19	Front windscreen washer	30
21	Automatic gearbox control unit	15/30
22	Engine control unit	7.5
23	Starter motor	30
24	PTC	40
36	Left LED headlight	15
37	Parking heating	20
38	Right LED headlight	15

Note

• In the vehicle, there are more fuses than those indicated in this chapter. These should only be changed by a specialised workshop.
• Positions not containing a fuse do not appear in the following tables.
• Some of the equipment listed in the tables below pertain only to certain versions of the model or are optional extras.
• Please note that the above lists, while correct at the time of printing, are subject to change.

Bulbs

Changing bulbs

Full-LED headlights

Full-LED headlights handle all light functions (daylight, side light, turn signal, dipped beam and route light) with light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as a light source. Full-LED headlights are designed to last the lifetime of the car and light bulbs cannot be replaced. In case of headlight failure, go to an authorised workshop to have it replaced.

Fog lights, rear lights, license plate light, side turn signals and additional brake light

• Taking into account that they use LED bulbs, they should be replaced at a technical service centre.

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